Security

Lead Form Builder is a popular WordPress plugin designed to create and manage contact forms. It offers an easy-to-use drag-and-drop interface and integration with page builders like Elementor, Brizy, SiteOrigin, and Gutenberg. However, a security vulnerability (CVE-2024-10475) was discovered in versions prior to 1.9.8, which allows attackers to inject and execute malicious JavaScript code through Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS). This article explores the vulnerability, its risks, exploitation, and best practices to mitigate the issue.

The GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin is a popular solution for WordPress websites to help them comply with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). It is primarily used to display cookie consent banners that inform users about the use of cookies on the website and collect their consent. However, a critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-1621, has been discovered in the plugin that allows for Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks. This vulnerability enables attackers to inject malicious JavaScript into the “Accept – Button Label” field in the plugin’s settings. The injected script can later be executed when a user interacts with the consent banner, leading to potential account takeover and the creation of backdoor admin accounts. With over 300,000 active installations, this vulnerability presents a significant security risk.

Stored Cross-Site Scripting (Stored XSS) is a critical web security vulnerability that allows attackers to inject malicious scripts into a website, which are then executed in the browsers of unsuspecting users. This article focuses on CVE-2024-10703, a Stored XSS vulnerability found in versions below 2.13.4 of the “Registrations for The Events Calendar” plugin for WordPress. This vulnerability can be exploited by an attacker with administrator privileges to inject harmful scripts that execute when users interact with certain elements of the website.

The GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin for WordPress is widely used to help websites comply with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). One of the core features of the plugin is its cookie consent banner, which informs users about the use of cookies and requests their consent. However, a critical vulnerability, CVE-2025-1622, has been identified in the plugin. This Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability allows an attacker with editor-level access to inject malicious JavaScript into the “Cookie Banner Content” field. Once saved, the injected script is stored and executed when the banner is displayed on the site’s frontend, potentially leading to account takeover and the creation of backdoor admin accounts. With over 300,000 active installations, this vulnerability poses a significant security risk for WordPress websites using the GDPR Cookie Compliance plugin.

WordPress plugins play a crucial role in extending the functionality of websites. However, vulnerabilities in these plugins can introduce significant security risks. One such vulnerability has been discovered in the Stylish Price List plugin (versions below 7.1.12), which enables users to create visually appealing price lists and pricing tables. The vulnerability allows a malicious actor to inject and store JavaScript code, leading to a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attack that can compromise an administrator’s session.

The Social Slider Feed plugin for WordPress is used to display social media feeds, such as YouTube videos, Instagram posts, and Twitter feeds, directly on websites. It allows users to create widgets that can be customized with various settings, including titles and content descriptions. However, a critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-10149, has been discovered in this plugin. This Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability allows attackers with editor-level access to inject malicious JavaScript code into the widget settings, which is later executed when the widget is viewed on the frontend. This vulnerability could lead to account takeover and the creation of backdoor admin accounts. With over 50,000 active installations, this issue represents a significant security risk to WordPress sites using the Social Slider Feed plugin.

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins remain a persistent threat. One such recent discovery is CVE-2024-9390, a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability affecting versions of the RegistrationMagic plugin prior to 6.0.2.1. This flaw allows attackers with certain privileges to inject malicious scripts, which can execute arbitrary JavaScript in the administrator’s session, potentially leading to account hijacking or further exploitation of the system.

The Download Manager plugin for WordPress is commonly used to manage and secure downloadable files, including documents, images, and other resources. It allows administrators to set up password-protected downloads to restrict access to certain files. However, a critical vulnerability, CVE-2024-13126, has been discovered that allows unauthenticated users to bypass password protection and download all files from the plugin’s directory, including those that are meant to be password-protected. This vulnerability, stemming from improper directory listing configurations, exposes the protected content to unauthorized users. With over 100,000 active installations, this issue poses a significant security risk to WordPress websites using the Download Manager plugin.